The meaning of SAY is to express in words : state. How to use say in a sentence.

SAY definition: 1. to pronounce words or sounds, to express a thought, opinion, or suggestion, or to state a fact…. Learn more.

Definition of say verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

1. A turn or chance to speak: Having had my say, I sat down. 2. The right or power to influence or make a decision: Citizens have a say in the councils of government. All I want is some say in the matter. 3. …

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The verb say does not take a person as its direct object, only a word or clause: He said a few words and sat down. If a person is mentioned after say, the word to must be used before it: He said to her that …

To have your say means to get an opportunity to deliver your opinion on something. If you're at a loud and hostile town council meeting, you might not get a chance to have your say unless you shout it.

To suppose; assume to be true or correct; take for granted: often in an imperative form, in the sense of ‘let us say,’ ‘we may say,’ ‘we shall say’: as, the number left behind was not great, say only five.

(colloquial) Used to gain one's attention before making an inquiry or suggestion. Say, what did you think about the movie?

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